Back to School, Labor Day, and more

August 30, 2024


 
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Dear Neighbor,
Happy Friday!

Best of luck to all of the students, teachers, and staff who started the school year this week!

To the students, make sure to embrace your curiosity and learn as much as you can - while having fun along the way.

And to the teachers and staff, the work you do is foundational to the success of our community, and we deeply appreciate your commitment to our children's success.
 
104 years ago this week, American women won the right to vote with the ratification of the 19th Amendment, bringing us closer to living up to our Nation’s most fundamental values of dignity, fairness, freedom, and equality.

On Women's Equality Day, we recognize the courage of generations of visionaries who fought tirelessly for the sacred cause of women’s suffrage and all those who continue to work toward a more equitable future for women and girls in America. 
 
And a happy Labor Day weekend! This weekend is dedicated to the hard working American men and women who spend their days making sure our society runs smoothly and efficiently.

I hope everyone has some fun Labor Day Weekend plans! 

 

As students head back to school, let's all do our part to keep them safe!

Slow down in school zones, stop for buses, and stay alert. Safe driving in our community ensures our kids arrive at school and home safely.
 
August 31st is International Overdose Awareness Day, a global campaign to end overdose, remember those who have died, and acknowledge the grief of the family and friends left behind.

Connecticut has dedicated many resources toward combatting this crisis in an effort to prevent, discourage, and destigmatize opioid addition. The Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services launched its

 LiveLOUD communications campaign in 2019 directed to those who are actively using fentanyl, heroin, or prescription opioids, as well as their families and communities, to learn about this complex issue, get connected to support and treatment options, and learn how to become a LiveLOUD partner to help spread awareness.

Addiction is a disease, and we should treat it as such without prejudice or judgement. Anyone seeking treatment for addiction can visit

www.ctaddictionservices.com or call 1-800-563-4086 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week) to get connected to nearby services throughout Connecticut.
 
If you know a college student interested in getting a hands-on experience with our state government, then apply now for the 2025 Legislative Internship Program! The program allows students to get college credit while meeting face-to-face with legislators, learning about how the legislative process, taking part in a mock session in the House of Representatives, and so much more.
Learn More About the Internship Program

Here are some of the requirements:

  • 18 years of age or older by program start
  • Enrolled in a Connecticut college or university
  • Registered for a campus-based course to receive credit for the internship
  • Minimum 20 credits completed by program start
  • Minimum 2.7 cumulative GPA

 The application deadline is Friday, November 1.
How to Apply
 

The Connecticut Youth Employment Program is an initiative designed to help young people ages 14 to 24 explore careers by providing opportunities to work alongside professionals who assist them in building career networks and receive on-the-job training while also covering participant salaries and other job-related expenses, such as uniforms and transportation to and from work.

The program runs year-round. Youths who want to enroll can contact their region's Workforce Development Board by clicking HERE. More information can be found on the Connecticut Youth Employment Program webpage HERE.
 
As always, please feel free to contact me at 800-842-8267 or by email at Andre.Baker@cga.ct.gov. And for news and legislative updates, please visit my official Facebook page.

Sincerely,



Andre Baker
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